About Convention to Combat Desertification

Convention to Combat Desertificationis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with Convention to Combat Desertification, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.

Key Details

• Job Title:GPARC Internship: Gender Studies
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Bonn (Remote work possible)
• Department:Convention to Combat Desertification
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
• Academic Qualifications: have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation. Applicants who are unable to commence the internship within one year of graduation shall not be accepted;
• Language: There are six working languages in the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this internship, fluency in written and oral English is required.
• Language: Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage..

Skills

• Background: Desertification, along with climate change and the loss of biodiversity were identified as the greatest challenges to sustainable development during the 1992 Rio Earth Summit.
• The Convention seeks to support countries to address Desertification, Land Degradation, and Drought (DLDD). (www.unccd.int ) The internship opportunity is offered by the Global Policy Advocacy and Research (GPARC) unit of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in Bonn, Germany.
• This internship is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience within UNCCD and the UN in general.
• The Intern promotes a client-oriented environment and is consistent with rules and regulations approach in the Unit.
• The Intern works in close collaboration with the units and staff in the GPARC and Secretariat to exchange information and ensure smooth service delivery.
• The internship is UNPAID and full-time.
• The intern works 5 days per week between Monday to Friday (35 hours) and a one-hour lunch break.
• Start date is in January or February 2026, with exact date to be determined as soon as possible.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply